2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 26 kg more than 2001 Mercury Sable.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Sable |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |